Board names 'Friends of Recovery' award winners

Published: October 13, 2016 11:00 AM

The board annually recognizes individuals who promote recovery from mental illness and/or addictions by advocating hope, empowerment, education, self-help and employment, or some other type of meaningful activity.

The recipients were:

Becky Allison, Volunteer Advocate, NAMI Six County: For her passion in serving persons with mental illness and their families.

Yvonne Bolyard, Peer Recovery Coach, Perry Behavioral Health Choices: For her caring and generous spirit as she helps many persons in Perry County to recover from their addictions.

Lisa Harper, Director, Perry County Site of Thompkins Treatment, Inc.: For her caring attitude and commitment to the Perry County community and the children and families in that region who are struggling with mental health issues.

George Hiotis, New Director, WHIZ-News: For his willingness to support mental health and addiction issues by helping to remove the stigma and raise awareness.

Margo Johnston, Alcohol & Drug Services of Guernsey County: For her long-term service at Alcohol & Drug Services of Guernsey County -- and her special gift in connecting with and providing hope to those who are struggling with a mental illness and/or addiction.

John Lowe, Staff Writer, The Cambridge Daily Jeffersonian Newspaper: For his genuine care and concern as he uses his reporting skills to cover critical issues related to mental illness and addictions.

Penny Maxwell, Qualified Mental Health Specialist, Perry County Site of Thompkins Treatment, Inc.: For her passion in meeting people's needs in Perry County by ensuring they have appropriate mental health services, supports, and resources.

Pastor Sturman Moore, Christ United Methodist Church, Cambridge: For the important role he has played in helping those suffering from hurts, habits, and hang-ups to enter and remain in recovery.

Detective Tom Porter, Zanesville Police Department: For his long-term support of the local Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Acadamy -- and his genuine respect for persons with mental illness and their families.